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By TAPINTO MONTCLAIR STAFF

May 9, 2019 at 11:57 AM

UPDATE: According to Montclair Police officials, despite earlier conflicting reports, "there was no weapon or credible threat to the school community."

MONTCLAIR, NJ - Montclair High School parents took to social media after learning of a possible safety threat Tuesday. Apparently, this came after school officials alerted parents that there was a possible threat of safety and security at Montclair High School.

According to reports, several students reported to administration that a student intended to harm other students. Parents have reported that their children are afraid and wish to stay home. This comes on the heels of a massive brawl outside of Ruthie's several days ago. There is no evidence that any of these incidents are connected.

According to police officials, who took to social media to dispel rumors, misinformation has been shared on social media and there had been no prior reports of threatening behavior involving the student.

In light of these recent possible threats, the concerns for student safety are at the forefront of the minds of parents and students, students have stated.

The administration wrote, in a letter to parents that they are assessing the validity of the threat and have determined, "There is no immediate danger to students or staff."

Police Officials also sent a letter to the community on Wednesday stating the following:

"On May 7, 2019, members of the Montclair High School and the School Resource Officer learned of a possible threat circulating on social media. Detectives are currently conducting an active investigation with the cooperation of the involved student and his family. Preliminary investigation has determined that there was no weapon readily available, nor credible threat to the school community. Contrary to misinformation that has been shared on social media, there have been no prior reports of threatening behavior concerning the involved student. No further information is available at this time."

The following letter was sent to parents by school officials:

Dear Montclair High School Community,

This morning, Montclair High School administration received information from several students regarding the possibility of a threat to student safety and security. Montclair High School and the Montclair Police Department immediately worked together to identify the student in question and assess the validity of the threat. The student is currently being assessed by school personnel and the Montclair Police Department at this time and it has been determined that there is no immediate danger to students or staff. Utilizing proper protocols and procedures allowed school officials and authorities to act immediately and efficiently. There is a team of counselors on call to support students as needed.
Montclair High School greatly appreciates and thanks the students who intervened and brought this sensitive information to administration. We also appreciate the Montclair Police Department for their continued support in making the safety and well-being of students a priority.
Sincerely,
Anthony Grosso
Principal

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